Rainy season on Phuket: sun, thunderstorms and tropical water temperatures!

Rainy season on Phuket: sun, thunderstorms and tropical water temperatures!

Phuket, the popular holiday paradise, is tempting to visit the beach today, October 16, 2025, with bright sunshine and high temperatures. Travelers can enjoy the tropical beaches, beach clubs and snorkeling tours, while the water temperatures in many places are a pleasant 27°C - a perfect invitation for a swim. Especially on the east coast, such as on Coconut Island and Cape Panwa, visitors can even look forward to water temperatures between 30.4°C and 30.6°C [ news.de ] [ seatemperature.de ].

But not everything that glitters is gold. Despite the inviting weather, hospital visits are not out of the question due to the weather. Thunderstorms are forecast in the coming days, which could potentially limit conditions for some waterfront activities. The temperatures are between 28°C and 30°C - ideal for swimming, but sun seekers should be prepared for a high UV index and apply good cream. A high risk of precipitation and weak winds, blowing between 8 km/h and 12 km/h, are likely to be a deterrent [ news.de ].

Current weather forecast

The weather forecast for the next few days gives a taste of what travelers can expect:

• 16.10.2025: Gewitter, 30°C, sehr hoher UV-Index, schwacher Wind (9 km/h)
• 17.10.2025: Gewitter, 28,3°C, sehr hoher UV-Index, schwacher Wind (8 km/h)
• 18.10.2025: Gewitter, 28,3°C, sehr hoher UV-Index, schwacher Wind (11 km/h)
• 19.10.2025: Gewitter, 28,1°C, sehr hoher UV-Index, schwacher Wind (12 km/h)
• 20.10.2025: Gewitter, 28,4°C, sehr hoher UV-Index, schwacher Wind (10 km/h)
• 21.10.2025: Bedeckt, 28,7°C, sehr hoher UV-Index, schwacher Wind (10 km/h)
• 22.10.2025: Leichter Regenschauer, 28,9°C, hoher UV-Index, schwacher Wind (11 km/h)

At this point, it's important to point out that the rainy season in Thailand, which typically runs from May to October, means that many excursions depend on weather conditions. May to late October is generally not the best time to visit when it comes to excursions and adventures [ reise-klima.de ].

Travel time and recommendations

The best time to travel to Phuket is between November and March, when temperatures are more pleasant and humidity decreases. This also attracts numerous tourists and often leads to fully booked hotels - so a skillful hand in planning is required [ reise-klima.de ].

Water temperatures vary depending on the region and vary between 27°C and over 30°C in the respective zones. Especially on the popular beaches such as Patong, Karon and Kata, the water temperature is ideal for swimming and relaxing [ seatemperature.de ].

Overall, Phuket remains an exciting destination, whether for beach lovers, culture seekers or adventure seekers. The range of activities and the picturesque backdrop of the Indian Ocean make this island a place to be longed for, even if the weather can be a bit moody at times. Immerse yourself in the tropical paradise, but remember to always keep an eye on the weather forecasts!